City Update

We were made aware that over the weekend, a fire truck displaying political endorsements was seen driving on the streets of Temecula. We have conducted an investigation and concluded that the vehicle in question is privately-owned and operated, and is NOT...

Temecula Revive

The City of Temecula announces Temecula Revive, an online resource focusing on the community’s economic recovery in the wake of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The “coronavirus” or “COVID-19” continues to generate concern globally, domestically and locally.  The City of Temecula is integrated into the emergency management functions and oversight of the County of R...

City of Temecula and Temecula Valley Unified School District Partner to Create Free Wi-Fi Gardens

The City of Temecula announces free Wi-Fi access, “Wi-Fi Gardens,” in selected public spaces to help supplement Temecula Valley Unified School District’s efforts to provide students online access to the internet for schoolwor...

City of Temecula’s Office of Economic Development Selected to Receive Community Excellence Award

The U.S. Small Business Administration, Orange County / Inland Empire District Office has selected the City of Temecula’s Office of Economic Development to be honored with a 2020 Community Excellence Award. This award recognizes the creation of ...

City of Temecula Promotes Local Small Businesses with #ShopYourBlock Social Media Campaign

The City of Temecula has kicked off its #ShopYourBlock social media campaign, a visual storyboard featuring Temecula’s economic backbone, which are small businesses.  In an effort to recognize and promote shopping local during these eve...

Effective July 13, 2020, Temecula City Hall to Temporarily Close to Public

Effective Monday, July 13, 2020 at 5pm, Temecula City Hall will close again to the public temporarily.

As the number of confirmed Coronavirus cases rise in Riverside County, along with a rise in ICU/hospitalizations and deaths attributed to COVID-19 region...

City of Temecula’s Position of Mayor will Remain Vacant for Remainder of 2020

On June 23, 2020, the Temecula City Council voted unanimously to leave the position of the Mayor vacant for the remainder of 2020. All City Council Members decided in solidarity that Temecula citizens and businesses deserve their equal and active particip...

City of Temecula Unveils Temporary Expanded Dining/Retail Program with New Parking Lots in Old Town

Shop and dine, outside! To support Temecula businesses impacted by COVID-19, the City of Temecula is offering temporary outdoor expansion opportunities to restaurants and retail establishments to assist in their safe reopening.

As part of this effort, begi...

James “Stew” Stewart Resigns as Mayor of Temecula

Mayor's Statement

To the great citizens of Temecula during this very difficult time.  As Mayor, I want to express that the leaders of our City hurt alongside you.  We are deeply disturbed at the inexcusable and intolerable acts of brutality that took plac...

2020 Joint City Council/TVUSD Subcommittee Update

Temecula City Council Members Matt Rahn and Zak Schwank, and Temecula Valley Unified School District Governing Board President Sandy Hinkson and Board Member Barbara Brosch, met last week as part of the 2020 Joint City Council/TVUSD Subcommittee, which wa...

2020 State of the City to be held May 28th #TemeculaFUN

Temecula Mayor James “Stew” Stewart is all business, balanced with #TemeculaFUN.  “As a businessman, family-man, 30-year Temecula resident, Old Town Temecula Rotarian, landlord, handyman and property manager of multi...

Zach Hall Appointed Temecula Sheriff’s Captain

City Manager Aaron Adams announced that Captain Zach Hall, a 22-year veteran of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, will serve as the Sheriff’s Captain commanding over the Temecula Sheriff’s Station effective January 1...

City of Temecula Acquires Streetlights and Commences LED Retrofit, Saving an Estimated $17.2M

The City of Temecula has commenced the retrofit of approximately 7,300 existing streetlights to energy efficient LED fixtures. This undertaking will ultimately save the City an estimated $17,252,622 through lower energy use and streetlight maintenance cos...

City of Temecula announces 2019 Commercial Broker of the Year Award Recipient

On November 7, 2019, members of the local Temecula Commercial Real Estate community gathered for the 7^th Annual Broker of the Year awards presented by the City of Temecula. Held at the Temecula Conference Center, the event recognized the City’s top commer...

City of Temecula Announces 2020 Halloween Home Decorating Contest Winners

This year, the City of Temecula collaborated with the City of Murrieta to host the 2020 Halloween Home Decorating Contest. A total of 56 Spooktacular participants from both cities entered the contest. We would like to thank everyone that participated, and ...

City of Temecula Announces Special Events 2020 Holiday Schedule

Due to ongoing public health concerns, Temecula’s Community Services Department has modified its annual winter programming. Our mission is to provide the community with the same traditional holiday spirit they are accustomed to in a healthy and ...

Fourth Annual Free Halloween Home Decorating Contest

Is your yard filled with terrifying tombstones, spooky spiders, or petrifying pumpkins? You should enter Temecula’s FREE Fourth Annual Halloween Home Decorating Contest beginning October 1, 2020 and show off your Halloween spirit!&n...

Registration is Now Open for Temecula Presents’ Free Student-Led Musical Theater Internship

The City of Temecula invites middle and high school students (ages 13-18) interested in auditioning for an opportunity to perform and produce a musical to sign-up for this unique arts education opportunity!  Temecula Presents is pleased to offer ...

Newly Added City of Temecula Classes Now Open for Fall 2020 Registration

The City of Temecula Community Services Department is pleased to offer the community the following enriching classes that give the public the opportunity to exercise their bodies and minds with classes in fitness and the arts!  These newly added ...

Registration Now Open for Outdoor Classes & Camps

After a several month hiatus, the City of Temecula Community Services Department is pleased to begin offering limited outdoor programs to the community. After careful consideration and planning, the following classes and camps are now open for registratio...

Effective July 13, 2020, Temecula City Hall to Temporarily Close to Public

Effective Monday, July 13, 2020 at 5pm, Temecula City Hall will close again to the public temporarily.

As the number of confirmed Coronavirus cases rise in Riverside County, along with a rise in ICU/hospitalizations and deaths attributed to COVID-19 region...

COVID-19 Update – Compliance with Stay At Home Order

On March 19, 2020, Governor Newsom issued an Executive Order directing all residents to immediately comply with State public health directives to stay home, except as needed to maintain continuity of operations of essential critical infrastructure sectors...

The City of Temecula Supports Community’s “Fun at Home” Uplifting Posts

The City of Temecula is committed to the health, well-being, and safety of our community.  We are facing this COVID-19 crisis with confidence and optimism. We are all in it together! 

Temecula Mayor James “Stew” Stewar...

City of Temecula Awards Local Small Businesses with $500,000 in COVID- 19 Emergency Relief Grants

Checks for the first round of Emergency Relief Grants have been issued and transferred into the hands of Temecula Small Business Owners. This past June, the Temecula City Council approved a half million dollar grant program marketed as Temecula Assist (TA...

Reminder: Eat and Shop Local - Inside or Outside! Temporary Expanded Dining/Retail Program Begins

Shop and dine local, inside or outside! The City of Temecula’s Temporary Expanded Dining/Retail Program, allowing businesses the option to expand outside their establishment begins tomorrow, June 24th. 

The City of Temecula offers busine...

Temecula Revive: Your Economic Recovery Resource

The City of Temecula announces Temecula Revive, an online resource focusing on the community’s economic recovery in the wake of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The City, which will continue to follow direction set by Federal, State, a...

Registration is Now Open for Temecula Presents’ Free Student-Led Musical Theater Internship

The City of Temecula invites middle and high school students (ages 13-18) interested in auditioning for an opportunity to perform and produce a musical to sign-up for this unique arts education opportunity!  Temecula Presents is pleased to offer ...

Announcing Temecula Presents’ 15th Season Classical Music Series

The Old Town Temecula Community Theater invites audiences to experience Temecula Presents’ 2019-2020 Classical Music Series. 

Temecula Theater’s 15^th Season of Classical Music launches on SAT, JAN 4, 2020 at 7:30pm with the retu...

Announcing Temecula Presents’ 15th Season Dance Series

The Old Town Temecula Community Theater invites audiences to experience Temecula Presents’ 2019-2020 Dance Series. 

Temecula Theater’s 15^th Dance Season launches on Saturday, February 22, 2020, at 8:00 pm with State Street Balle...

Showtime! Temecula Theater’s 2019-2020 Season Launches on 14th Anniversary

The Old Town Temecula Community Theater is thrilled to commemorate its 14^th Anniversary on Friday,  October 4, 2019 by launching Temecula Presents’ 15^th Season featuring favorite series’ and introducing one new series in the T...

Halloween Contests

Is your yard filled with terrifying tombstones, spooky spiders, or petrifying pumpkins? Have a great costume you want to show off? We have two spooky contests for you to enter!

Halloween Home Decorating Contest

Is your yard filled with terrifying tombstones...

Patriotic Salute to Veterans Virtual Celebration

Join us as we honor our veterans from your own home. Virtual celebration will include this year's military banner and Path of Honor paver recipients followed promptly by a concert from the American Patriot Band. Tune into this celebration by visi...

Fitness in the Park

The City of Temecula has launched a pilot "Fitness in the Park" program to support local fitness businesses forced to close due to the pandemic. This program grants temporary permission for businesses to conduct socially-distanced fitness classe...